🍓 Silky Strawberry Dream Pudding
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6)
2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream (cold)
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice (for a brighter flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make Strawberry Puree
Blend strawberries until smooth
(Optional) Strain to remove seeds for extra silky texture - Cook the Base
In a saucepan, whisk together:
milk
sugar
cornstarch
salt
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5–7 minutes) - Add Strawberry Flavor
Remove from heat
Stir in:
strawberry puree
vanilla extract
lemon juice (if using) - Cool Slightly
Let mixture cool until warm (not hot) - Whip Cream
In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form - Combine
Gently fold whipped cream into the strawberry mixture
Mix until smooth and airy - Chill
Pour into serving glasses
Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours until set and silky
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Top with fresh strawberry slices 🍓
Add crushed biscuits or graham crackers for crunch
Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh touch
✨ Tips for Best Results
Use ripe, sweet strawberries for maximum flavor
Don’t overcook the pudding base—it should be thick but smooth
Fold gently to keep the texture light and fluffy